Apparel
The principal of a Canton, Ga., middle school has decided to scrap the school's T-shirt for its upcoming Field Day activities after some parents complained that it was offensive.…
SanMar, Issaquah, Wash., a supplier of apparel and accessories, announced the availability of Los Angeles-based lifestyle clothing brand Alternative Apparel. SanMar is carrying 41 Alternative Apparel styles, including 11 exclusive, unique designs developed in a collaboration between the two companies. “With the addition of this highly desirable retail brand, customers now have a full range…
Royal Apparel, Hauppauge, N.Y., announced its initiative to increase its selection of eco-friendly knitwear in the marketplace. It currently has more than 50 eco-friendly styles in women's, men's and children's styes, and continually is adding styles. In addition to all these styles, the company is expanding its sustainable fabrications, using organic cotton, recycled polyethylene terephthalate,…
The world lost a musical and cultural icon when Prince passed away. From the outpouring of grief and tributes, it was obvious that he left a lasting impact on so many people…
Hanesbrands Inc., Winston-Salem, N.C., announced yesterday that it has acquired Pacific Brands Limited, an Australian underwear and intimates manufacturer, in a cash transaction valued at $800 million. According to a press release, Pacific Brands Limited's portfolio includes Bonds, a men's and women's basics brand; and Berlei, a women's undergarment brand. It includes three business units—Underwear,…
With spring in full bloom and summer around the corner, our calendars are starting to fill up with outdoor activities. Annual company picnics are a great way for employees to interact outside of the office, but keeping it professional while being comfortable can be tricky. Looking polished and staying cool at a corporate picnic is the topic of this week's…
The Olympic Flame is on the move and the countdown is on: 100 days until the games begin in Rio de Janeiro on Aug. 5. But the reveal of Team USA’s closing ceremony uniforms has us excited for the big finale, too. Meanwhile, the unveiling of additional outfits for South Korea's athletes draws attention to the importance to stay protected against the Zika virus...
Victoria's Secret will no longer sell swimwear after 2016; Nike now has a jacket that adapts to the weather; the Philadelphia Flyers poked fun at themselves with a "Stay Classy" giveaway tee; Sports Authority scraps bankruptcy plans and will go to auction; and Hanesbrands Inc. announced how they did in the first quarter: Here's what's happening this week in the apparel world…
The world has been bathed in a purple glow since news broke of Prince’s death last Thursday. International landmarks have gone purple; radio stations have spun his music on constant rotation; tributes and screenings of “Purple Rain” have been planned; those closest to him have opened up about his philanthropy; and everyone has added a little extra purple to their outfits in honor of the 57-year-old musical genius. But were Prince-inspired additions to our wardrobes already in the mix before his death?...
You know how people pack away their winter clothes for the summer to free up space in their dressers? I do that for my T-shirts. At one point in time, I easily could have worn a different T-shirt each day of the year. Right now, I’d say I could at least make it through six months. A packrat by nature, I would never say I have too many T-shirts. But I certainly have enough...